The Center for Environmental Farming Systems is a partnership of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and North Carolina State University.

North Carolina Leadership and Cattle Handling for Women Producers

North Carolina Leadership and Cattle Handling for Women Producers is designed to promote self-confidence for women in the cattle industry by giving them hands-on educational opportunities and cattle handling skills implementing the Beef Quality Assurance methods. A series of workshops provide hands-on learning in the subject areas of Beef Quality Assurance (BQA), Low stress animal handling, Reproduction and Calving Management, Pasture Management, Truck & Trailer Driving, and Tractor Safety. The program provides a non-intimidating atmosphere for hands-on learning and networking with peers.

Partners

Amazing Grazing

NC Cattlemen’s Association

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association

Southern Risk Management Education Center

Programming for Women Livestock Producers

NC Leadership and Cattle Handling for Women Producers works closely with Amazing Grazing and NC Choices‘ Women Working in the Meat Business to offer Pasture to Plate training, networking, and educational opportunities to women livestock producers, butchers, chefs, processors, and business owners.

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CEFS Partnership

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems is a partnership of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and North Carolina State University. CEFS develops and promotes just and equitable food and farming systems that conserve natural resources, strengthen communities, improve health outcomes, and provide economic opportunities in North Carolina and beyond.